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Butter Toffee Pretzels

Sweet and Crunchy Butter Toffee Pretzels for Easy Snacking

Delightful Butter Toffee Pretzels combine sweet caramel and salty crunch, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 pretzels
Course: Snacks
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Toffee Coating
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Use unsalted butter for a richer flavor
  • 1 cup brown sugar Opt for light or dark based on preference
  • 1/2 cup corn syrup Can be substituted with honey
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Always choose pure for best results
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Essential for a lighter texture
For the Pretzel Base
  • 4 cups pretzel snaps Feel free to use any pretzel shape
  • 1 cup Heath bits Chocolate chips can be used as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped roasted peanuts Optional for added crunch

Equipment

  • Oven
  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of unsalted butter, 1 cup of brown sugar, and 1/2 cup of corn syrup. Heat over medium heat until it boils.
  3. Once boiling, allow the mixture to boil undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until bubbly and caramel-colored.
  4. Remove from heat, stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, place about 4 cups of pretzel snaps and pour the toffee mixture over them.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of Heath bits carefully without breaking the pretzels.
  7. Spread the pretzels in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  8. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with finely chopped roasted peanuts if desired, and allow to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pretzelCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

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